2023 State Of The Town

The Town of Bennett hosted the State of the Town on July 21, 2023. Every summer the Town of Bennett hosts this event to celebrate our community and stakeholders, and to highlight current and past Town projects.

This year's event was extra special, as it was Mayor Pindell's final State of the Town as Mayor. Community members and partners enjoyed a chuck wagon lunch and watched a video presentation, which highlighted the Town accomplishments over the past 7 years.

A new addition to the line-up this year was a State of the Youth presentation by Mikayla Zerr-Lockwood from Teens For Change.

Click here to watch the video presentation from the State of the Town.

Join Us For Community Night Out

August 10, 2023

5-7 p.m. at Town Hall

• Pizza and ice cream provided by the Town of Bennett Board of Trustees

• Free climbing wall and bounce house to entertain the kids

• Bring your friends and family

• Get to know our community partners

For more information, click here.

1-70 Ramp Improvement Update

ROAD CLOSURE TO BEGIN IN AUGUST

The Town of Bennett and Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), in collaboration with contractor Morton Electric, will be implementing a closure of the eastbound off and on ramps with detours beginning August 14, 2023 for the repair and realignment of the I-70 Eastbound off-ramp.

Single-lane closures are not possible because the current size of the roadway and alignment of the on and off ramp would not permit larger vehicles to safely commute through the intersection while work is happening concurrently on the bridge. Additionally, there is a large amount of subgrade preparation that is required for this project and doing everything together in lieu of using a phased approach, ensures a top quality finished product.

During the extended closure, all traffic will be detoured and variable message boards, signs and construction devices will be present alerting motorists of the closure and detour routes. The westbound on and off-ramp will remain open.

Closure Timeline

·The closure will begin at 7:00 a.m., Monday, August 14, 2023. Closure duration to be determined.

·All construction schedules are weather dependent and subject to change.

Detour Routes & Traffic Impacts

·Manila Road - exit 299, then head north to SH36 and turn right (east).

·Kiowa Bennett Road - exit 305.

·Strasburg - exit 310 (for those traveling eastbound on I-70).

·Project updates will be posted to https://townofbennett.colorado.gov/happening-now/i-70-ramp-improvements.

·Motorists are reminded to drive slowly and obey the posted speed limit.

Project Contact Information

Website: https://townofbennett.colorado.gov/happening-now/i-70-ramp-improvements

Email: [email protected]

Hotline: 720-572-4476

Project Overview

Colorado is one of the fastest-growing states in the country, and with that growth comes strain on aging transportation systems that have significant consequences in the form of growing safety and mobility problems.

The purpose of this project is to increase safety and efficiency for the traveling public and alleviate queuing of vehicles onto I-70 on the eastbound off-ramp at Bennett’s main exit, 304.



The eastbound off-ramp is being realigned and reconstructed as well as the upper half of the eastbound on-ramp. Additionally, the approaches of both ramps are being realigned where they meet State-Highway 79 to provide more turning room for larger vehicles, and safer means of traveling through this intersection for all vehicles.

Funding for this project comes partially from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Adams and Arapahoe County Sub-Regional Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) funding from the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) and the Town of Bennett.

*Visit our dedicated webpage for this project to receive regular updates.

Marketplace Signalization Update

Upon recent inspection, it was determined that an additional punch list must be completed before transferring ownership to Colorado Department of Transportation for start up of the signal. We will be working with our contractor to ensure the additional punch list items are finished as soon as possible. We appreciate our residents' continued patience as we work to get the signal live.

This project is very dependent on all partners involved, including Morton Electric and CDOT, and we appreciate our partners' diligence in getting the remaining items completed.

TRAFFIC REMINDERS

East and west traffic at Marketplace -

TRAFFIC MUST STOP!

North and south traffic on Highway 79 -

TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP!

The maintenance and operation of Highway 79 and the Marketplace signalization is owned and operated by the Colorado Department of Transportation.

Custer Street Update

On July 3, 2023, we began working to install a sanitary sewer line and a water main line on Washington Way and 8th Street. This intersection is now closed. Additionally, there is a full closure at the intersection of Palmer Ave. and 8th Street. These intersections will be closed through August 13, 2023.

There will always be one lane of traffic open during this construction period for businesses on 8th Street. There will be no school access from 8th Street. Public access to the school must use the Morgan-Washington Way detour.

Please be aware of on-site traffic control and detours. *All construction scheduling is weather dependent and subject to change. If you have questions or concerns, please contact our Utilities Director, Ricky Martinez, at 303-644-3249 ext. 1014.

2023 Bennett Days Concert Headliner

Jason Boland & The Stragglers will be performing at Bennett Days on September 9th. This is a free concert and it will follow the bull riding championship finals and fireworks show.

For the past 20 years, Jason Boland & The Stragglers have dazzled audiences all over as one of the leading ambassadors of the Oklahoma and Texas music movement. Learn more about the band here.

This concert is generously sponsored by the Town of Bennett Board of Trustees.

Sponsors Needed For Bennett Days

It's not too late to become a Bennett Days sponsor!

This is your chance to help celebrate our Town and connect with community members!

There are different levels of sponsorships, and each level comes with different perks!

Sponsorship packages may include:

• Your business banner displayed on Hwy 79
• Your business logo on site maps and newspaper ads
• Business poster at event site

Larger sponsor packages include: VIP access, free vendor booth space and live announcements. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, or to register as a sponsor, click the blue button below!

The Bennett Arts Council and Unincorporated Arapahoe County Economic Development (UACED) have partnered to support the arts and economic development by providing a FREE Summer Concert Series held at Trupp Park and May Farms.

There are two concerts left! Mark your calendars for August 11th and August 25th!

Bring your lawn chair, a picnic or snacks, and beverages (no glass bottles), and enjoy an evening of live music. Food trucks will be present at events at Trupp Park. 

The Town of Bennett and community members had the pleasure of attending the ribbon cutting for the Bennett Asian Cafe on Wednesday, July 26th.

The Town of Bennett is happy to welcome this restaurant to our community. It is located at 200 South 1st Street. Please stop by, say hello and support this small business!

Calling all artists! Submit your art work for the 5th Annual Bennett Days Art Show!

Art will be displayed during Bennett Days on Saturday, September 9th.

You must register by August 24.

There will be cash prizes for People's Choice Awards! To learn more click here, or click the blue button to register!

Say hello to our Town Treasurer/Finance Director, Danette!

Danette is an awesome team member! She is always willing to lend a hand. Have a problem? Danette has a solution! We are very lucky to have her and we know she is grateful to serve our community.

Where are you from?

I am a Colorado native. I lived in Lafayette, CO until I was 14, then moved to Littleton, Colorado where I graduated from Heritage High School. 

How long have you worked for the Town?

I have worked for the Town for 7 years. I started in March of 2016.

What do you do for the Town?

I am the Director of Finance. I oversee all financial matters for the Town. Including but not limited to, Budget, Financial Reporting, Grant and Loan Management, Accounts Payable, Account Receivable, Utility Billing, and Treasury Management.

What would you like to share with the community?

I am a Bennett resident that enjoys living and working for Bennett. I enjoy seeing my work on grants contribute to the Community in such amazing ways, such as new parks and park improvements, new trails and trail improvements, and new infrastructure and infrastructure improvements. I love my job serving the public with my knowledge, talents, and integrity. 

Join Our Team - Management Analyst I

We are excited to be hiring a Management Analyst I.

This person will serve as the Town’s economic development specialist and researches, proposes and implements economic development programs. Develops, coordinates and manages the business retention program, supports business recruitment efforts, and manages the business licensing program.

To learn more about this position and the Town of Bennett benefits, click here.

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